--- title: Palermo: Medieval castles of Caccamo & Cefalù. Small Group Tour lang: en type: tour city: Palermo country: Italy price: 199 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.83 reviews: 30 duration_minutes: 540 languages: [en, it, fr] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Castle entry and a guide rank_in_category: 7 of 10 (Day Trips from Palermo) schedule_checked: 2026-09-29 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/palermo/tours/palermo-medieval-castles-of-caccamo-cefal-small-group-tour/ --- # Palermo: Medieval castles of Caccamo & Cefalù. Small Group Tour **Guidekin's take:** A full day out of Palermo pairing Cefalù and its UNESCO cathedral with the castle of Caccamo, one of the best preserved on the island, ticket included and a guide travelling alongside a separate driver. Lunch and free time in Cefalù are on you, and churches want knees and shoulders covered. 4.83 from 30 reviews at €199 per person. ## Overview Let someone else take care of driving and planning on this full-day tour to the castle of Caccamo and Cefalù from Palermo. After seeing the medieval houses and UNESCO-listed duomo in Cefalù, spend free time exploring at your own pace or shopping and having lunch (own expense). Then, head to the castle of Caccamo, one of the best-preserved medieval castles on the island in a pretty town at the foot of Mount San Calogero.A full day tour of Caccamo and Cefalù from PalermoVisit the UNESCO-listed duomo in Cefalù A full day tour of Caccamo and Cefalù from Palermo Visit the UNESCO-listed duomo in Cefalù Guided tour of the medieval Castello di Caccamo Round-trip transport from Hotel Politeama in Palermo Small group tour ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 87 pickup points - Starts 08:45, 09:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €79: ages 5 to 13 ## Key facts - Price: from €199 per person for the STANDARD TOUR option; other options up to €499 - Duration: 9h - Rating: 4.83/5 from 30 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: TAOTRAVEL ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | STANDARD TOUR | €199 / person | French, Italian, English | Meet point: Hotel Politeama, Piazza Ruggiero Settimo, 15 | | PRIVATE TOUR WITH PICK-UP | €499 / person (for 2+ people) | French, Italian, English | Private minibus Private travel guide Pickup included | ## What's included - Professional guide - Round-trip private transfer - Small Group Tour - Air-conditioned vehicle - Professional guide and separate driver - Castle of Caccamo ticket entrance ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Palermo** (pass by, no stop) - 8:30 AM meeting of participants at meet point and departure to Cefalù. This fantastic 1 day trip from Palermo starts! 2. **Cefalu** (2h) - Arrival at Cefalù and guided visit of the beautiful village. Very important touristic place, it is considered the small Taormina. Among the main attractions you will see: the Duomo,listed as UNESCO World Heritage, it makes up part of the Arab-Norma track. Built in 1131, you... 3. **Lavatoio Medievale** (15m) - The Medieval Washhouse in Cefalù is a historic 16th-century site where locals once washed clothes. Carved into the rock, it features stone basins fed by a natural spring, still flowing today. It’s a fascinating example of medieval architecture. 4. **Duomo di Cefalu** (15m) - The Cefalù Cathedral (Cattedrale di Cefalù) is a stunning Norman-style church located in the town of Cefalù on the northern coast of Sicily, Italy. Built between 1131 and 1240, it was commissioned by Roger II of Sicily. The cathedral is famous for its impressive Romanesque... 5. **Sicily** (pass by, no stop) - The journey to Caccamo will be an amazing set for your photos. 6. **Castello di Caccamo** (3h; admission included) - After 1 hour by bus arrival at Caccamo and guided visit of the medieval castle, one of the best examples of medieval architecture in Sicily. Free time for a walk through the tiny medieval streets of the village. Return to Palermo 7. **Palermo** (pass by, no stop) - The arrival in Palermo is expected in the evening. N.B. THE PROGRAM HISTORY MAY BE INVERTED. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:45, 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-29 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point In front of Hotel Politeama Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJzyCCAlnvGRMRhSKWs9DGKpc Pickup points listed by the operator: 87 ## Good to know - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - May be operated by a multi-lingual guide - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions - Dress code may be required to enter certain places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements - No pets allowed ## Compared with other Day Trips from Palermo | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 10** | €199 | 9h | 4.83 (30) | shared | | [The Godfather Origins of Mafia: Corleone & Visit Monreale Duomo](/italy/palermo/tours/the-godfather-origins-of-mafia-corleone-visit-monreale-duomo/?format=md) | €275 | 6h | 4.91 (91) | private | | [Exclusive Boat Tour on the Palermo Coast Baia Mondello](/italy/palermo/tours/exclusive-boat-tour-on-the-palermo-coast-baia-mondello/?format=md) | €180 | 3h | 4.95 (41) | private | | [Great Full Day Excursion in Sicily to Cefalù and Castelbuono From Palermo](/italy/palermo/tours/great-full-day-excursion-in-sicily-to-cefal-and-castelbuono-from-palermo/?format=md) | €260 | 8h | 4.88 (72) | private | Ranked #7 of 10 in Day Trips from Palermo by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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